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Fresh Soy Face Serum

What it is:A potent blend of age-delaying ingredients that firm and hydrate the skin to restore a radiant, youthful appearance. What it is formulated to do:This fast-absorbing formula is packed with amino-acid-rich soy proteins, which retain moisture, and support natural collagen synthesis and natural cell turnover to encourage smoother, firmer, more radiant skin. It is further enriched with hibiscus peptides to soften the look of expression lines, anise fruit extract to smooth the skin, and cucumber extract to calm and soothe. Soy Face Serum is clinically proven to immediately reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and provide long-term firming, hydrating, smoothing, and brightening effects. What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates - Phthalates What else you need to know:The story of soy: "In the early 90s, there was a great deal of buzz about the health benefits of soy. We were seeing it the aisles of health food stores, and reading about in medical journals and nutritional literature, but no one was exploring its effects on the skin. We spent a few years researching the natural ingredient and introduced soy to the beauty market in 1999. As our first venture into skincare, the Soy Collection continues to hold a special place in our hearts." Lev Glazman and Alina Roytberg, Fresh co-founders Research results:In a 4-week in vivo test with twice-daily applications of Soy Face Serum: - 94% felt skin was softer and healthier-looking - 88% noticed improved elasticity and a brighter complexion - 84% felt skin texture was smoother and firmer, and saw a visible reduction in fine lines
Average Rating:
3.881 out of 5
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Review 1 for Soy Face Serum
Azul02
Location:Dayton, OH
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Great product, still waiting for results
-03.06.13
Quick Take: simplr ok, normal results, maybe over rated, regular average line of products
I bought the whole line and I've being using them for the past 3 weeks. Good product but I am waiting to see the promised amazing results. Maybe the products are not for me ... Is like using any drug store beauty product:(.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Soy Face Serum
arobi
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Will not be without it.
-02.19.13
If you're like me, you've tried every moisturizer on the market. Name a brand, I've tried it. Add to that, I now have mild rosacea and the search becomes more arduous. This is my go to day moisturizer (I use the new Fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Cream at night). It leaves my skin soft and smooth and importantly, does not make me break out. I will not be without it. The smell is fresh and clean. It smells like cucumbers. I like to know that what I'm putting on my face is natural and not artificial or heavily perfumed.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Soy Face Serum
teuer
Location:Beverly Hills, CA
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Silky skin
-02.02.13
Quick Take: without perfume, light, without mineral oil
I had not experienced FRESH products before, but let a sales assistant talk me into getting this product for slightly sagging skin. I am pushing 50...
Along with a sample of the famous "Black Tea Mask" I was advised to try both. I have to say, the results were simply incredible. There was nothing but a silky and smooth shine and a clear complexion after only one use.
Will be back to get more products over time. Love it.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Soy Face Serum
awilson5
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
NEW HOLY GRAIL ITEM FOR MY SKIN!!
-01.23.13
I have sensitive, dry skin and suffer from occasional hormone break outs about 3 months ago I totally wrecked my skin when using a mask that had been reformulated (surprise!) and left me with what looked like red burn marks all over my face :( I went to sephora for help and the girl reccomended the soy line! LOVE!! My skin is back ontrack but I needed a bit of a boost in the moisture department because the soy cream alone wasn't cutting it, this stuff is AMAZING!! My skin is SO soft in the morning and it is definitely firming which I never thought I needed until I tried this. Worth the price! As with all the soy line because a little goes a looong way
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Soy Face Serum
babyhands
Location:Orange County, CA
Skin Type:Combination
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Amazing Serum
-01.04.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing
I tried this product from a tester and went back 3 days later to buy the full bottle. It smells like cucumbers and makes my face feel amazing. I use it every day along with other fresh face products and have noticed a huge difference in my skin. My face has looked more smooth and my complexion has stayed under control. I know it's a little pricey, but it is worth it for a healthy face.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Soy Face Serum
esskem
Location:New England
Skin Type:Dry
Age:18-24
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
Eh
-12.18.12
Quick Take: heavy, smelly
Not my favorite. Smells a little strong and goes on too heavy for my liking. It didn't make up for it in results so I returned it.
-1point
0out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Soy Face Serum
Veiran
Location:Madison, WI
Age:18-24
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Nice but not sure if it's worth the price
-11.13.12
Quick Take: smells odd, smooth, expensive, creamy
I am still hunting for the best serum for me. I tried this one as I liked other Fresh products. It smelled a little odd but I got used to it within a week. It applied nicely and absorbed quickly. And that's really all I can say. I didn't notice any differences in my skin while using it - I'm 24 so maybe I'm too young to have serums work for me, or they're preventative in which case there's no way to measure the effects. It is very pricey so I've moved on to another serum to try.
-1point
0out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Soy Face Serum
Anonymous
Location:Pasadena, CA
Skin Type:Combination
Age:18-24
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
No idea why people hate the smell!
-10.15.12
Quick Take: smells great!
A lot of the reviews talk about the smell as unpleasant. My response: are these the same people who hate cucumbers? Because this product smells EXACTLY like cucumbers, I actually think that it smells like the little cucumber salads you get at Japanese restaurants. You know the ones with vinegar? As a big sushi fan, I LOVE the smell :)
In terms of anti-aging, I've had this product for a week and only use it over my retinol treatment that I do every other day for the peptides that this product contains. So far so good with this product, loving the pump dispenser and how smooth my skin feels afterwards. I have combination acne prone skin and this products does not leave me feeling tight or greasy, just lightly hydrated. Sometimes I'll still need to apply a moisturizer over it, the air is getting drier again.
If you're looking for a natural peptide serum, this product is a great place to start. I anticipate bumping this rating up to 5 stars after I use it for longer.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Soy Face Serum
cntgetnametowork
Location:Wakefield, MA
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
My favorite face product!
-10.12.12
Quick Take: light weight, refreshing
The Fresh Soy face serum is my faorite part of my face cleaning/prep routine. It is light weight, refreshing, smells and feels great. I highly recommend trying this product.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Soy Face Serum
angelala21
Location:NJ
Skin Type:Oily
Age:18-24
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
unpleasant smell
-07.17.12
I have oily skin but after I got slight sunburn on my face, my skin was very tight and dry. I used this hoping it would hydrate my skin (as it claims it does) but I didn't notice a difference with my skin. The serum has a very strong smell that doesn't go away for a while after you apply it.) It smells like soy (which is not a pleasant scent at all). If they had added a scent to it, I would continue using it.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Soy Face Serum
airferguson
Location:Los Angeles, CA
Skin Type:Combination
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
So far so good
-06.14.12
Quick Take: hydrating, anti-aging
I have only been using this serum for a couple weeks. I think my skin looks better but it's hard to tell. You still need a moisturizer with it unless you want to use it all up in a month. My skin is sensitive and I haven't gotten any peeling or breakouts. I also like that it's a pump to keep the serum from being contaminated.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Soy Face Serum
Tershari
Location:Littleton, CO
Skin Type:Dry
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Impressive product
-04.19.12
Quick Take: hydrating, exfoliating, moisturizing
I have sensitive skin and found this product gentle. It's restorative, reduces pores, and does firm . I put it on before my moisturizer, and it absords quickly. My skin is much improved. Love it..
+6points
6out of 6found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Soy Face Serum
hooly
Location:Austin, TX
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
-03.08.12
Quick Take: tightening, reduces pore size, hydrating, refreshes skin
I love this serum! It really shrinks my pores and generally makes my skin look better. I tried going without it for a few months because I wasn't totally convinced I needed to spend so much money on skincare. During that time my skin started to look noticeably worse, so I caved and bought another one. My skin magically revived after a few days of using it again!
It does smell a little weird, like not quite fresh cucumber, but the smell is light and doesn't bother me. I don't use very much (one pump for my whole face) and I use moisturizer with it. My moisturizer (unscented because I have sensitive skin) has more smell to it than the serum.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Soy Face Serum
bugbear
Location:Arlington, VA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Medium
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Love it
-03.06.12
Quick Take: dimishes fine lines, tightening, preventative
I still purchased this serum after reading all the reviews about how it does not smell good. I actually really like the smell of the serum- very refreshing. I am surprised to hear the negative reviews. I have used it for three days now and can see that my skin is smoother. My skin absorbs it quickly. I recommend it.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Soy Face Serum
surfer21958
Location:Gleneden Beach, Oregon
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Medium
Age:45-54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
too bad it smells bad
-02.04.12
Quick Take: offensive to the sense of smell
lovely feel but it smells like dirty socks or tennis shoes.
i am not being harsh. i thought i may have gotten a bad
sample but after reading other reviews i realized that it just DOES smell bad. Exactly like dirty boy socks.
it's shocking when you first smell it, you just cant believe someone would sell this product....but it feels good.
-7points
1out of 9found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Soy Face Serum
missbeers
Location:Portland, OR
Skin Type:Oily
Skin Tone:Olive
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
great for greasy faces
-02.01.12
i need a moisturizer but i am always so greasy because i sweat from biking to work everyday. the soy face serum is awesome because it's light and dry, if anyone thinks its too thick they're using WAY too much, this bottle should last you years.
i never realised noticed the smell until i saw people complain about it, use very little and it's not so bad.
-1point
0out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Soy Face Serum
tracyd1
Location:Mesa, AZ
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Soothe and Refresh
-01.18.12
Quick Take: soothing, hydrating
I can't say enough good things about this serum. This serum has soothed acne, hydrated skin, revealed a fresh glow, provided extra moisture on cold winter days. It's light, and absorbs within seconds. The Fresh products don't have fancy perfumes or scents - while this product doesn't have a scent you will notice a slight earthy smell - it dissipates and is nowhere as offensive as other reviewers have indicated. This is worth the buy!
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Soy Face Serum
cntgetnametowork
Location:Wakefield, MA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Love it!
-12.31.11
Quick Take: preventative
I love how Fresh Soy Face Serum feels on my skin. As a bonus - it smells fantastic - very fresh & clean!
-1point
0out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Soy Face Serum
deeboysmomma
Location:Mesa, AZ
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Light
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
-12.25.11
I originally tried this as a result of getting it as a sample from a previous purchase. I loved it so much I ordered a full size. It makes such a difference in my skin's overall texture. I've seen immediate results in overall smoothness and reduced appearance of pores.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Soy Face Serum
phayanaga
Location:Honolulu, HI
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Fair
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Despite the Smell
-12.22.11
Quick Take: hydrating, smoothing, soothing, promotes a healthy glow
Who cares about the smell, i rather have a smelly product that works, than have a useless product that smells good. It just shows they use natural products and have put their research towards the effectiveness and not towards the smell. I have very sensitive skin and this serum is by far one of the best serums I've used. My skin loves this serum, and it does target the one thing i need most, moisture. The whole soy face line is a perfect skin routine for me.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
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